Ambrose Bierce History Quotes

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What did Ambrose Bierce say about History?

Ambrose Bierce has written many quotes about History. E.g.,

  • History is an account, mostly false, of events, mostly unimportant, which are brought about by rulers, mostly knaves, and soldiers, mostly fools.
  • The slightest acquaintance with history shows that powerful republics are the most warlike and unscrupulous of nations.

What are the top most famous History quotes by Ambrose Bierce?

Here are the top most famous quotes about History by Ambrose Bierce.

  • History is an account, mostly false, of events, mostly unimportant, which are brought about by rulers, mostly knaves, and soldiers, mostly fools.
  • The slightest acquaintance with history shows that powerful republics are the most warlike and unscrupulous of nations.